Transforming CalWORKS Director

University of California, Davis; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 102,400 - 202,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading educational institution in California seeks a Director of Transforming CalWORKs Training & Coaching. This role involves providing strategic leadership for statewide training initiatives with significant accountability and partnership development. Candidates should have a Master's degree and extensive experience in program management, training design, and budget management. The position offers a salary range between $102,400 and $202,400 annually along with benefits, and allows for hybrid work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; social work, psychology, or public administration preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in CalWORKs and family-centered practice.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, including staff development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee training design and delivery for statewide initiatives.
• Manage budgets and evaluate financial performance.
• Ensure stakeholder engagement and collaboration.

Skills

Leadership and accountability

Project management

Curriculum design

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Education

Master's degree in a related field

Tools

Airtable

Salesforce

Job description

The Director of Transforming CalWORKs Training & Coaching provides strategic, operational, and programmatic leadership for UC Davis’ statewide CalWORKs training, technical assistance, and coaching contract with the California Department of Social Services (CDSS), which operates with an annual budget of $4 million. This role serves as the primary operational lead for the contract, ensuring high-quality implementation of all deliverables while aligning work to CDSS priorities, implementation science, and the intended statewide culture shift toward family-centered, strengths-based practice.

The Director translates contract scope into actionable plans; oversees training design, delivery, coaching, and evaluation; supervises staff; and ensures integration across partners, counties, and statewide initiatives. While this role carries significant leadership and accountability, it operates within a defined contract scope and under the strategic direction of senior divisional leadership.

Apply By Date April 1, 2026 at 11:59pm

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Masters degree in a related field such as social work, psychology, public administration and/or equivalent experience/training.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience working with CalWORKs, family-centered practice, and knowledge of state-level welfare policies and practices.
• Experience with outreach, partnership development and/or new business development within human services or related sectors
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership experience, including staff development, feedback delivery and performance management.
• Professional experience in workforce development, product development, training and development, or related fields.
• Extensive experience in project management, overseeing complex initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, evaluate financial performance, and recommend strategic adjustments.
• Experience in curriculum design and development for professional training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in designing, planning, and organizing programs for adult learners.
• Coaching training or certification, or equivalent experience applying coaching methods in organizational or human services contexts.
• Experience working in highly collaborative, cross-functional environments with public sector, county partners, or statewide initiatives.
• Working knowledge of evaluation best practices in organizational development and continuous quality improvement.
• Program leadership experience within an entrepreneurial or self-supporting educational environment.
• Advanced analytical skills, including the ability to think creatively and independently to develop strategies and solutions.
• Experience with industry-standard technology and data practices such as Airtable, Salesforce, or similar tools used for project and program management.

Key Responsibilities

• 15% - Training Design, Quality & Evaluation
• 15% - Budget and Financial Management
• 15% - Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration

Department Overview

UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education (CPE) is the lifelong learning arm of the university. The division maintains the most diverse portfolio on the campus, with programs spanning pre-college, professional continuing education, workforce development, international academic and cultural exchange, and training services for corporate and agency partners. As a global leader in continuing education, CPE serves learners regionally, nationally and globally, and posts more than 55K enrollments annually making it the third largest UC Extension by enrollment. Beyond its community-facing role, CPE serves as the internal hub for online education in support of other academic units on the campus. CPE employs approximately 180 employees and draws on the expertise of approximately 1,700 instructors.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $102,400/annually - $202,400/annually
• Salary Frequency: Annually
• UC Job Title: ACAD PRG MGT SUPV 2
• Number of Positions: 1
• Percentage of Time: 100% - Fixed
• Shift (Work Schedule): Manager will advise
• Location: Davis, CA.
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is onsite with the possibility for a hybrid work arrangement (mix of on-site and remote work).

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re committed to solving life’s most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

To view the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

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